VCA Canada

VCA Canada is thrilled to be at the CVMA conference this week [26-30th June], and we can't wait to connect with you! Hosted in our beautiful hometown of Calgary, why not stop by to visit us at booth number 107 to chat about the future of veterinary medicine. We're passionate about empowering our veterinary teams to deliver the highest quality of medicine and building stronger human-animal bonds in every community we serve. We're excited to share our latest initiatives aimed at making a positive impact. We can't wait to see you there! #CVMA #YYC #VetMed

Trupanion founded Veterinary Appreciation Day (June 18) in 2015, and this year was the first annual Veterinary Appreciation Day Awards! In one week, the Trupanion team collected thousands of submissions and over 45,000 public votes as communities rallied behind their local nominees. There were over 171 nominations for veterinarians and support team members from VCA hospitals across the United States and Canada. We are thrilled to announce that Carla Olsen from VCA Canada Highlands Animal Hospital won the title of Canadian Veterinary Professional of the Year! This honour is a testament to her moving story, unwavering commitment to the profession, and positive outlook on life and veterinary medicine. As part of the celebrations this year, the winners' names were proudly featured in Times Square for Veterinary Appreciation Day! Check out the Veterinary Appreciation Day home page to learn more about Carla's story: https://bit.ly/3wIVWxx Please join us in celebrating Carla and all the other VCA nominees for the incredible difference they continue to make in the lives of pets!

🎉 Happy Veterinary Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate and thank the amazing veterinarians who dedicate their lives to keeping our furry friends happy and healthy. 🐾❤️ From routine check-ups to life-saving surgeries, their expertise and compassion make a world of difference. Let's show them some love! 💚 ✨ Share your story: Tell us about a time when your vet went above and beyond for your pet. 🐶🐱 Use the hashtag #VetLove to join the celebration and spread the appreciation! Together, let's make this day special for those who make our pets' lives better every day. 🌟 #VeterinaryAppreciationDay #ThankYouVets #PetCareHeroes #VetLove --- Feel free to share pictures or videos of your pets, too! Let's flood the feed with gratitude and love. ❤️📸

Still riding the high from the VCA Canada National Leadership Conference in Calgary last week! 🚀 Grateful for the 400 leaders who joined us for an unforgettable experience filled with learning, inspiration, and camaraderie. A heartfelt thank you to our keynote speaker and Paralympian Benoit Hout for his inspiring talk on leadership and adversity, and Jennie Gilbert from SAIT for her insights on building connections, fostering trust and psychological safety in the workplace. A special shoutout to all our Associates, hospital managers, medical directors, regional directors, and senior leadership team for engaging and making the conference a resounding success, and immense gratitude to our sponsors for their essential contributions. During the conference, we teamed up to assemble care packages for the Calgary Drop-in Centre, thanks to our generous sponsors. Witnessing our collective effort and compassion was truly inspiring. Together we’re making a meaningful difference in our community. Here's to continued growth and collaboration! #VCACanada #VetetNous #LeadershipConference #Gratitude #CommunityOutreach

Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital joins the VCA Canada family as of April 8, 2024. Drs. Courtney Sherlock, Crystal Craig and Alison Pollard, along with VCA Canada, are excited to announce their partnership and the creation of a new veterinary hospital located in Mount Uniacke, Nova Scotia. Aptly named VCA Canada Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital, this project opened for business at 572 Highway #1 on April 8, 2024. This beautiful two-story building is located only minutes from the highway near the heart of Mount Uniacke. This location aims to provide veterinary services to all areas of Hants County and beyond. With extensive parking, this veterinary hospital will be easily accessible. More and more people are choosing to live in nearby suburbs in the area. Along with the trend of moving to less condensed communities, there has also been a surge in pet ownership over the last few years across Nova Scotia, causing the need for quality veterinarian care to grow. “As a full-service small animal veterinary hospital, Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital will offer an array of services to the community, including routine medical care, surgery, dentistry, and retail sales,” shares Crystal Craig. Please join us in celebrating the opening of this new location team as we officially welcome Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital to the VCA family!

We are proud to announce that Animages is now part of the Vet et Nous family! Founded in 2017, Animages is the only company dedicated to veterinary imaging in Québec and the only French-speaking teleradiology company in North America. With more than 105 thousand imaging reports already produced for more than 450 clinics, Animages helps veterinarians treat more patients and grow their business. Animages represents half of all radiologists in Québec and is the largest group of radiologists in Canada. The new Associates joining our team include Marc-André d’Anjou, the General Medical Director and Manager, as well as the Medical Director of our Teleradiology service. Eric Norman Carmel is the Medical Director of the mobile ultrasound service, whereas Pascal Fontaine is the Medical Director of our imaging departments in CVRS, CVL and CVM. Animages’ unique service structure and expertise cover three interconnected areas that optimize clientele binding and fulfill all diagnostic imaging needs: • Multimodality imaging in referral centers (CVRS/CVL/CVM) • Teleradiology and telesonography • Mobile ultrasound Animages is also the only private practice with an ACVR-accredited residency program in Canada and one of only a handful in North America. Through its illustrated reports and educational activities, Animages enhances the quality of veterinary practice in its community and beyond, and we hope you’ll join us in welcoming the entire Animages team to the Vet et Nous and VCA Canada family.

We are thrilled to announce that the Veterinary Specialty Clinic for Anesthesia and Neurology (VSCAN) in Ottawa has joined the VCA Canada family, effective March 5, 2024. The VSCAN was established in 2016 by Dr. Philip Jull, DipECVN, DipABVP (canine & feline), and later joined by Dr. Stefania Grasso, DipACVAA, formerly at the University of Montreal. Since then, the VSCAN has rapidly evolved into a cornerstone of veterinary care in the Ottawa community. The VSCAN team of dedicated doctors and support staff grew exponentially over the years. This growth prompted a relocation to a larger facility at 2300 Carling Ave, marking a new chapter in the VSCAN's journey. Rooted in principles of respect, compassion, integrity, collaboration, and advancement, the VSCAN epitomizes excellence in veterinary neurology, anaesthesia and imaging. The VSCAN's commitment to exceptional care in a convenient setting makes it the premier choice for neurology, neurosurgery, anesthesia, and diagnostic Imaging services in Eastern Ontario. To enhance the health and well-being of the pets in our community, the VSCAN has recently begun offering additional part-time outpatient services, including surgery and cardiology. Embracing a culture of lifelong learning, curiosity, and innovation, the VSCAN is committed to continuous advancement and leveraging the latest technology to maintain its position as a leader in the field. We are also excited to announce that the VSCAN team will relocate to the new Alta Vista Emergency and Referral Center upon its expected opening in early 2025. This new state-of-the-art 52,000 sq ft facility will serve as a hub for Eastern Ontario as a full-service specialty/emergency centre, including an in-house cancer center. The VSCAN team is excited to embark on this new chapter as part of the VCA Canada family, and we invite everyone to join us in welcoming the VSCAN team to VCA Canada.

🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce that we've headed to Hamilton, ON, for the much-anticipated OAVT conference! 🐾✨ 📅 Mark your calendars: From today through to March 2nd, we'll be soaking up all the knowledge and insights at this stellar event. Find us at the heart of the action at Booth #107 at the Hamilton Convention Centre. We're bringing our A-game, exclusive insights, treats, and perhaps a few surprises! 🎁 A huge shoutout to the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians for orchestrating this incredible gathering year after year. 👏 Swing by for a chat, and let's explore opportunities for education together. Can't wait to connect with old friends and make new ones! See you in Hamilton! 🚗💨 #OAVT2024

VCA Canada was thrilled to partner with the Douglas College Foundation for their Vet Visionary Lunch series this week. A panel of RVT leaders engaged with eager first and second year vet tech students, discussing professionalism and the vital role RVTs play in the veterinary field. At VCA Canada, we're committed to empowering our RVTs, ensuring they can work at the top of their licenses and know that they are valued every step of the way.